TRIKA PRO STAFF
Meet the Trika Fishing Pro Staff! A passionate group of anglers who put our gear to the test on the water. From tournaments to weekend adventures, they share their expertise and help us develop the best fishing products on the market.
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Christian Greico
Instagram- cgreicofishing
Facebook Profile- Christian Greico
YouTube- christiangreicoChristian qualified for the MLF Pro Circuit in 2021 during his first season fishing the Toyota Series. In his second Pro Circuit event, he secured a win on the Harris Chain. He went on to win AOY in the Toyota Series in 2022 and claimed victory at the Toyota Series event on the Potomac in 2023.
Four years ago, Christian started his YouTube channel to document his fishing tournaments and help market himself to potential sponsors. Since then, he has documented and posted videos of every tournament he’s fished. It’s always a great feeling when people at tackle shops or boat ramps
approach him to say they watch his videos!
“I just want to be a good example to any kids who might watch my YouTube videos and show them that whatever their dreams are, they can be possible. Trika rods have helped me continue this passion to inspire and compete at the highest level!" -
Owen Wilcox
Instagram- owen.wilcox.fishing
Facebook- Montana Guys
Born and raised in God’s country (Montana), I have been tournament fishing since I was 10 years old and hunting and fishing since I could walk. I am a professional walleye angler, and I am in love with Trika rods—the lightest, most sensitive rods on Earth!
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Ty Sjodin
Instagram- fishandhuntcanada
Facebook- The Canadian Experience
YouTube- The Canadian Experience
I started fishing about the time I could walk. Fishing became not only my passion as a hobby but also a cornerstone of my professional life. I have worked in the fishing industry for over 25 years, fished with many of the legends in the sport, and hosted numerous television shows while fishing across the U.S. and Canada.
The luxury of my career has allowed me to use the highest-quality gear on the market. I started using Trika rods before they even came out on the market and knew immediately that this company was going to make a big splash in the marketplace. From the rod's sensitivity, lightweight design, and top-quality materials to its exceptional fishability and castability, Trika has it all!
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Jessica Berg-Collman
Instagram- jessica26june
YouTube- Hooked on Jess
TikTok- jessica26june
Guide Service Information: Seagull Creek Fishing Camp 12056 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN Jessica26june@gmail.com
I have been a fisherman since I could walk, and I started fishing for a living in 2022. I am in my element when I am on the water, especially when I have quality gear in my hands to help me do what I love efficiently. Trika fishing rods have been a game changer for me. I use them, and my clients use them, nine hours a day, every single day, from May to October.
I can’t even begin to express how fun it is to reel in a big walleye (or any fish) on a 7’ medium-fast 6X Trika rod!
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Eric Haataja
Instagram- eric_haataja
Facebook- Eric Haataja-Professional Angler
YouTube- Eric HaatajaFull time Fishing Guide, Tournament Angler, world record holder and YouTube Content Creator.
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Logan Latuso
Instagram- loganlatusofishing
Facebook Profile- Logan-Latuso-Fishing
I’m Logan Latuso, 31 years old, from South Louisiana. Fishing is a way of life down here, and from a very young age, I had always wanted to be a professional bass angler. After competing in the Bassmaster Opens for several years and missing qualification for the Elite Series twice by just one point, we finally made a lifelong dream come true. Now, we are going into our third season on the Bassmaster Elite Series.I started using Trika rods about two years ago and fell in love with them. Trika rods are hands down the lightest, most sensitive rods I have ever used. With Trika rods being so light, you do not get tired or worn out—even when flipping a big weight in matted vegetation all day.
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Byron Velvick
Facebook Profile - Byron Velvick
I've been fishing competitively for over 40 years now and have been fortunate to forge a career out of a childhood passion. Winning my first U.S. Open at 26 and being the youngest angler at that time to win that prestigious event launched my passion for traveling the entire country in pursuit of "little green fish" (bass). It was a dream come true to call the beautiful lakes and rivers throughout this nation "my office."
I was introduced to Trika through one of its partners, an old friend from the West Coast. The technology and performance of all the Trika fishing products are unlike anything I've experienced in rods and reels before. Truly, an unbelievable new level of performance in Trika fishing rods and reels!
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Chancy Walters
Instagram Handle: chancywalters
Facebook Profile: Chancy Walters Outdoors
YouTube Channel: Chancy Walters Fishing
The passion for fishing started at a young age, fishing lakes and farm ponds. At the age of 12, I saved up enough money to buy my first bass boat. I began fishing local tournaments at 16. I was hooked, and it has been my dream ever since to compete at the highest level. Over the years, I've used a lot of different rods, but when I put a Trika rod in my hand, I knew it was the real deal!
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Clendon Taylor
Instagram- castingandcatchingguideservice
Facebook Profile- C&C Guide Service
Guide Service Information: C&C Guide Service (210-831-4679)- Bass, Crappie, Redfish, Catfish, and White Bass. San Antonio, Texas.Professional Multi-Species Freshwater Guide. I started fishing when I was 5, began competing in tournaments at 15, and started full-time guiding at 31. I began chasing my dream of becoming a professional bass angler at a young age and worked my way up the ranks until I transitioned to guiding.
Along the way, I met some amazing people who opened many doors for me. One of these opportunities was a photo shoot for Trika Fishing. After getting my hands on some of the first Trika rods, I never looked back. As a guide and full-time angler, I pride myself on using the best equipment available for my clients. Trika’s products are not only sensitive and durable but also built with the highest quality materials available. Not to mention, their customer service is the best in the industry.
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Billy Rosner
Facebook - Vermilion Guide - BillyRosner
I’m a 4th-generation guide and proud to be on the pro staff for LUND Boats, Rapala, and Trika. I also contribute to In-Fisherman magazine, Lindner's Angling Edge TV, Angling Buzz TV, and many other platforms. As a multi-species guide, I rely on Trika rods and reels because they perform exceptionally well, whether I’m fishing for stream trout, panfish, bass, walleye, or chasing pike and muskie. Trika has
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Jacob Sweere
Instagram- jacobsweere
Facebook- Jacob Sweere
YouTube- Jacob Sweere
TikTok- jacobsweerefishing
Guide Service Information- jacobsweerefishing
From a young age, I developed a passion for fishing, which has since evolved into an opportunity to travel throughout the Midwest in pursuit of trophy-sized fish. My preferred species to target include walleye, bass, musky, and lake trout.
In 2020, I discovered Trika rods and subsequently transitioned all my gear to their brand. Having always prioritized the highest-quality equipment available, I can confidently say that Trika has surpassed my expectations as both an avid angler and a fishing guide. Their rods boast exceptional build quality and are complemented by the finest customer service in the industry.
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Nick Vanderbloomen
Instagram: inktangler
Facebook: Nick Vanderbloomen
TikTok: Officialnickvandy
I’ve been fishing since I was a kid, when my grandpa taught me and took me out for the first time—and I’ve been hooked ever since. I love everything from smallmouth and walleye, but my true passion is trout and steelhead. Every day on the water is a different adventure.
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Murray Hebert
Instagram - fishnmore_outdoors
YouTube - https://youtube.com/@fishnmore
Location - Motley MN
Business Owner of FishNMore and Content Creator
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Wade Berkseth
Instagram - walleyewadeguides
Facebook - Walleye Wade's Guide Service
Guide Service Info: Walleye Wade's Guide Service- Superior Wisconsin: 218-390-9914 wade@walleyewadeguides.com
Born and raised in Superior, Wisconsin, I have been fishing for as long as I can remember.I hadn’t used Trika rods before, but I decided to give them a shot since they are based in my hometown. I love supporting local businesses and building connections with people who create quality products. These are the nicest rods I’ve ever used, and the price is very competitive! The warranty is top-notch as well.
I genuinely believe these are the finest rods you can buy. I use a variety of the 6x series rods for different walleye tactics, particularly when utilizing forward-facing sonar to present jigs, soft baits, and live bait to catch a pile of fish!